Connecticut GOP Frontrunner Quits Governor Race Over Spending Allegations
Erin Stewart quit the Connecticut governor's race on Thursday, May 14, 2026, after a report alleged she charged tens of thousands of dollars in personal purchases to a city credit card.[1]
A report by the Crumbie Law Group, commissioned by the city of New Britain, alleges charges included clothing, groceries, alcohol, jewelry, family gifts, political events and dues at the private Hartford Club.[1] Stewart had been the leading Republican candidate and her exit reshapes the GOP primary dynamics ahead of the election.[1]
The Crumbie Law Group report says Stewart charged tens of thousands of dollars to a New Britain city credit card while she was mayor.[1] Alleged improper purchases listed in the report include clothing, groceries, alcohol, jewelry, family gifts, political events and dues at the Hartford Club.[1]
Her exit followed the city's release of the Crumbie Law Group report.[1] The departure leaves the Republican primary without its front-runner and forces Connecticut Republicans to quickly reassess their paths to the nomination.
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- On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Erin Stewart quit the Connecticut governor's race.
- A report commissioned by the city of New Britain from Crumbie Law Group alleges she made tens of thousands of dollars in personal purchases on a city credit card while mayor.
- Alleged improper charges include clothing, groceries, alcohol, jewelry, family gifts, political events and dues at the private Hartford Club.
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